The first live debate among Ontario's major party leaders is set to take place in North Bay, moderated by CBC's Markus Schwabe. This snap winter election, called by Doug Ford over a year early, sees him facing off against NDP's Marit Stiles, Liberal's Bonnie Crombie, and Green's Mike Schreiner. Ford emphasizes U.S. tariffs and economic issues, while Stiles and Crombie focus on deteriorating living conditions and health-care struggles. The NDP and Greens have released detailed platforms addressing northern-specific challenges, while the Liberals and PCs have not provided formal platforms yet.
Ontario's four major party leaders will gather for a live debate in North Bay, addressing key issues in a snap winter election, with Doug Ford holding a polling lead.
Public polling suggests PC Leader Doug Ford has a significant lead, as he faces opposition leaders for the first time during this snap election campaign.
The NDP's Marit Stiles highlights deteriorating life in Ontario under Ford's leadership, while Liberal Crombie emphasizes the health-care crisis and Green Schreiner critiques Ford aggressively.
The NDP and Greens have unveiled platforms focusing on northern issues and cost-of-living challenges, while the Liberals and PCs have yet to formalize their positions.
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